{"product_id":"antique-empire-crucifix-1810-gilt-bronze-baptism-medallion","title":"Antique Empire Crucifix 1810 | Gilt Bronze \u0026 Baptism Medallion","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique French Empire Crucifix c. 1810 - Gilt Bronze Christ \u0026amp; \"Baptism of Jesus\" Medallion - 20\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA majestic early 19th-century French Empire altar crucifix. This museum-quality piece features an ebonized wood cross with brass stringing, holding a finely cast gilt bronze (ormolu) Christ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base is adorned with a stunning gilt brass medallion depicting the Baptism of Christ by Saint John the Baptist. The iconography is rich with detail: Saint John holding his reed cross, Jesus kneeling in humility, and the Dove of the Holy Spirit radiating light above. Two gilt cherubs flank the central scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    Period: Early 19th Century (Empire period).\u003cbr\u003e    Material: Ebonized wood, brass inlays, gilt bronze, embossed brass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    Dimensions: \u003cbr\u003eHeight 20.3\" (51.5 cm) \u003cbr\u003eWidth 7.9\" (20 cm) \u003cbr\u003eDepth 3.3\" (8.5 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    Weight: 2.9 lbs (1.3 kg).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition  : Good Antique Condition. Features an old professional restoration at the top of the cross (re-glued wood). The structural integrity is excellent, and the original gilding remains vibrant.\u003cbr\u003ePlease take a close look at the photos, they are an integral part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📦 Fast and careful shipping - Secure packaging and tracked shipping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ArtsChris : Antiques \u0026 Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57621570453839,"sku":null,"price":1140.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0835\/8363\/1695\/files\/IMG_4052_clipped_rev_1.jpg?v=1777911841","url":"https:\/\/artschris.com\/products\/antique-empire-crucifix-1810-gilt-bronze-baptism-medallion","provider":"ArtsChris : Antiques \u0026 Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}